When practices make a new hire, they obviously do it because they perceive a need. But to have a more clear understanding of what your hiring needs are, you need to do some legwork before posting that job description. How do you determine if there is a need for a new employee? Sometimes it’s easy… Read more »
When working with patients, the ability to combine professionalism, skill and empathy is vital. Candidates with these skills will always be in demand. It can be tough to find candidates with the people skills required to work with patients who may be nervous or confused. Each patient comes to your facility with varying degrees of… Read more »
If your practice is planning to engage a recruiting service, you might be in a quandary about what type of firm is the best option. For example, should you contact a local firm in Houston, or go with a larger firm that has a national reach? When making such a decision, you should keep in… Read more »
Your healthcare practice may be experiencing problems finding the people it needs. You have a hiring process in place, but it doesn’t always work as smoothly as you would like. On the whole, your recruiting efforts don’t seem to be getting the job done. Is it time to get some outside help? Here are a… Read more »
If you are a medical assistant and are searching for employment, or looking to further your career in another position, you need to be able to put together a compelling resume to make sure you stand out from the crowd. Here are a few tips on how to do this. Adjust your resume to suit… Read more »
When interviewing a healthcare job candidate, one of the things you want to know about the person is her character: Can she be trusted to do the right thing? The ethical standards of employees are crucial to the running of any company, not only in dealing with patients, but with each other as well. The… Read more »
In the Houston Area, it’s common to encounter patients who speak Spanish, but little or no English. If you are bilingual and looking for a medical office or administrative position, you’ll find no limit to the number of opportunities available. More than 30 million Spanish speakers live in the U.S., with many millions more speaking… Read more »
The results you get from your healthcare recruiter are only as good as what you put into the relationship. Develop a true partnership and work together to get the quality candidates and ease of doing business you expect. Align Your Expectations Discuss with your recruiter exactly what you need. Do you want to see a… Read more »
After you apply for a position with your healthcare recruiting firm, they often will schedule a phone interview to further explore your qualifications and see if you would be a good fit. It’s up to you to impress the recruiter and get to the next step in the process. Here are a few tips to… Read more »
High-quality patient care begins with the people you hire. By taking the time to identify and attract the best possible people, you can lay the groundwork for a higher standard of patient care. Recruit for Specialized Skills In what specialties have you seen a change in demand? Do you serve an aging population with increased… Read more »